Mitasa (Seongbuk)

Located next to Bomunsa Temple with only a wall in between, Mitasa, well-known as Tapgol Seungbang, is a residence for Buddhist nuns. It is said that this temple was first founded by National Preceptor Hyeggeo in 950 and named Mitasa. In 1047, a stone pagoda was built, and it was called Tapgol Seungbang. The stone pagoda is located on the hill to the left of Danhagak behind Daeungjeon Hall. This temple was rebuilt by National Preceptor Hyegam in 131, and during the Joseon Dynasty, it was renovated by Queen Jeongsun, née Song, the wife of King Danjong. Additionally, there is an old six-story stone pagoda here, with the upper three stories and lower three stories from different periods. The lower three stories are believed to have been built during the Goryeo period.